1895 Great Northern Railway Heanor to Shipley Parcels Way Bill
Description:
An original 1895 parcels way bill from the Great Northern Railway, issued at Heanor Station on 18 November 1895 for transit to Shipley Station, Yorkshire.
Background Information:
The Great Northern Railway (GNR) was an important pre-grouping British railway network connecting London King's Cross with the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North. Heanor Station served the Derbyshire coalfield and surrounding communities along the GNR's branch line, while Shipley was a key railway interchange in the West Riding of Yorkshire. Parcels way bills were standard operational forms used by station staff and train guards to track, route, and account for parcel consignments conveyed on passenger services across interconnected railway routes.
Condition Report:
The document shows age-related toning, corner tearing with paper loss to the upper and lower left corners, small punctures near the center, edge handling wear, and distinct pencil and ink notations. Please refer to the provided photographs for a complete visual assessment of the item's condition.
Shipping Information:
Packaged in a clear fronted bag for protection and shipped securely in a rigid mailer to prevent bending or damage during transit.
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